1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 560 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 1143 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F50 | 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F50 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Top Speed | 376 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 53 L |
